Chemistry-Atomic Radius
NEET Chemistry Atomic Radius MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11
What is the atomic radius of chlorine based on its covalent bond distance in the Cl2 molecule?
A
99 pm
B
198 pm
C
50 pm
D
150 pm
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The atomic radius of chlorine is derived from the bond distance in the Cl2 molecule, which is 198 pm; half of this distance (99 pm) is considered the atomic radius of chlorine.
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